A bill that has finally landed on New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s desk would ban the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in New York pet stores, prompting mobilization efforts from animal activists and the pet store industry alike. As The New York Times reported, animal advocates argue that the bill would curb the prevalence of puppy mills, which they say are cruel and too loosely regulated. Pet store owners, however, say the bill would put them out of business and create a puppy black market.
The pet store lobbyists say the dominant narrative about puppy mills is unfair, with the president of a national pet trade association saying corrupt breeders are “few and far between.” State Sen. Michael Gianaris, for one, said he considers the industry indefensible: “I don’t think we should sanction the torturing of animals…to keep people in business.” Hochul hasn’t publicly indicated her views. Read more at The New York Times.
Excellent! Go to any shelter to get a pet dog or cat.
No woof in New York. Hate it.
It only a matter of time before they ban shechita on “humane” grounds.
Why should people be buying these animals? Imagine, you have to bend down and pick up after each time a dog does his thing! Yuck! The only animals we should be buying are kosher animals that we could eat? Mmmmmm!
Why? Disposable diapers handy for pups too.
Like disposable masks for the dumb lemechels
I tried that. The cow snapped its leash. And I don’t have pooper-scooper bags that large.
I agree with Charlie !! ,Go to any Animal Shelter that are now bursting at the seams full of puppies ,kittens ,dogs and cats who need homes !! Who needs Pet Stores Anyway !!!????
who needs pets, anyway
Roiza.. Responsible people don’t eat animals.